1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
